Leo Sarkissian Announces Retirement

The Arc of Massachusetts announced on March 28 that Leo V. Sarkissian, the nonprofit organization’s longtime Executive Director, will be retiring from the role on November 1.

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For 70 years, we have been advancing the needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism. Join us as we celebrate this landmark occasion.

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The Arc has made significant progress toward inclusive healthcare for people with autism and IDD through our nationally recognized program Operation House Call. Please take a minute to ask your…
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April 11, 2024

Leo’s Letter: The Arc In Action at the Disability Policy Seminar and on Capitol Hill

This week in Washington, D.C., The Arc of Massachusetts continued our collaboration with 63 participants across several Massachusetts disability partners. Below, you can see team members in photos with Senator…
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April 10, 2024

State Budget: House Ways and Means Committee Releases FY25 Budget Draft – Initial Report (Updated: April 11, 2024)

On Wednesday, April 10, the House Ways and Means Committee released their FY25 budget draft. This report from The Arc, first posted on April 10, was updated on April 11. Thank…
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